Rice, Beans & Ground Beef - Budget Meals

Ingredients

• 2 lb Ground Beef (15% fat, lean ground beef)
• 2 tbsp Avocado Oil (for browning the beef)
• 2 tbsp Chili Powder (adjust to taste)
• 1 tsp Onion Powder
• 1 tsp Garlic Powder
• 1 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground preferred)
• 1 tbsp Salt
• 0.5 cup Water or Broth (use broth for extra flavor)
• 8 cup Cooked White Rice (about 3 cups dry rice, cooled)
• 4 cup Cooked Black Beans (drained and rinsed if using canned; can substitute pinto beans)

Instructions

1. Brown the Ground Beef

   Heat the avocado oil in a large skillet over medium‑high heat. Add the 2 lb of ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon, and cook until no longer pink, about 6‑8 minutes.

   Time: PT8M

   Temperature: Medium‑high

2. Season the Beef

   Sprinkle in 2 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp black pepper, and 1 tbsp salt. Stir well and let the spices toast for about 1 minute.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: Medium

3. Add Liquid

   Pour in ½ cup of water (or broth) to deglaze the pan and keep the mixture from sticking when the rice is added.

   Time: PT1M

   Temperature: Medium

4. Combine Rice and Beans

   Add the 8 cups cooked rice and 4 cups cooked black beans to the skillet. Stir everything together until evenly distributed.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: Medium

5. Heat Through and Serve

   Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until the whole dish is hot (about 3‑4 minutes). Serve immediately, optionally topped with sour cream, shredded cheese, avocado, or tortilla chips.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: Medium

Nutrition Facts

Calories

630

Protein

30 g

Carbohydrates

70 g

Fat

20 g

Fiber

8 g